Giant Dutchman's Pipe

Aristolochia gigantea

Family: Aristolochiaceae

Giant Dutchman's Pipe (Aristolochia gigantea) is a Florida native vine. A tropical vine with large heart-shaped leaves and unusual burgundy flowers with white markings. It serves as a host plant for Pipevine Swallowtail butterflies. Habitats: hammock, urban, woodland. Light: partial shade, full shad

Vine

Plant Description

A tropical vine with large heart-shaped leaves and unusual burgundy flowers with white markings. It serves as a host plant for Pipevine Swallowtail butterflies.

Available From Florida Nurseries

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Growing Conditions

Water Needs: Medium
Light: Partial Shade, Full Shade
Drought Tolerance: Low
Salt Tolerance: Low
Flood Tolerance: Low
Soil Types: Loamy, Sandy, Clay

Size & Growth

Height: 8-20 ft
Spread: 4-8 ft
Growth Rate: Fast

Ecological Value

Wildlife: Butterflies
Bloom Season: Spring, Summer, Fall
Flower Color: Burgundy and white

Habitat & Zones

Habitats: HammockUrbanWoodland
USDA Zones: 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a